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Costa Rica GDP

Gross Domestic Product in current US dollars  NY.GDP.MKTP.CD

Costa Rica's gdp was $102.6B in 2025, ranked 72nd globally. This represents a 7.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.

$102.6B +$7.3B (+7.6%)
Year 2025 Rank #72 Global Peak $102.6B (2025) Source World Bank

Costa Rica GDP (1960–2025)

Overview

Costa Rica's gdp stood at $102.6B in 2025, a rise of +$7.3B from 2024. The IMF projects $102.6B by 2025. Costa Rica ranked 72nd globally.

Costa Rica's GDP has demonstrated a notable growth trajectory over the past 66 years, with its all-time trough occurring in 1962 at $479,180,824.35. The country experienced significant economic expansion, culminating in its all-time peak in 2025 at $102,637,000,000.00. Currently, Costa Rica ranks 72 globally in terms of GDP, surpassing several of its peers, including Croatia ($103,901,000,000.00) and Luxembourg ($100,642,000,000.00). The steady increase in Costa Rica's GDP reflects its growing economy, driven by a diverse range of sectors, including tourism, agriculture, and services. This expansion is likely to be influenced by Costa Rica's commitment to sustainable development and environmental protection, which has attracted foreign investment and fostered economic growth. A decline in global demand or a shift in trade policies could potentially alter the trajectory of Costa Rica's GDP growth, underscoring the need for policymakers to remain vigilant in adapting to external economic factors.

Data & projection

Year GDP YoY change Rank
2030* IMF $138.2B - -
2029* IMF $130.4B - -
2028* IMF $123.0B - -
2027* IMF $115.8B - -
2026* IMF $109.1B - -
2025* IMF $102.6B - -
2025 $102.6B +$7.3B #72
2024 $95.4B +$8.8B #130
2023 $86.5B +$17.3B #133
2022 $69.2B +$4.3B #128
2021 $65.0B +$2.6B #130
2020 $62.4B −$2.0B #135
2019 $64.4B +$2.0B #136
2018 $62.4B +$1.9B #135
2017 $60.5B +$1.7B #136
2016 $58.8B +$2.4B #138
2015 $56.4B +$4.4B #137
2014 $52.0B +$1.1B #132
2013 $50.9B +$3.7B #131
2012 $47.2B +$4.5B #132
2011 $42.8B +$5.1B #128
Show all years (1960-2025)
* IMF World Economic Outlook projection

Detected Pattern

Orthodox Tightening Cycle
Inflation above 40%, lending rate above 30%, rate-inflation gap narrowing, reserves stable or rising. Signals credible monetary tightening.
Inflation 23.2% Rate 36.7% Gap +13.5pp Reserves YoY +16.9%
Occurred 311 times, 177 successful
Inflation
28.2%
Rate
19.4%
Gap
-8.8pp
Reserves YoY
+2.2%
Inflation
219.9%
Rate
61.7%
Gap
-158.2pp
Reserves YoY
+28.1%
Inflation
28.3%
Rate
24.3%
Gap
-4.0pp
Reserves YoY
+35.8%
Inflation
33.9%
Rate
17.8%
Gap
-16.1pp
Reserves YoY
+2.9%
Inflation
17.0%
Rate
20.8%
Gap
+3.8pp
Reserves YoY
+1.5%
Inflation
17.1%
Rate
15.3%
Gap
-1.8pp
Reserves YoY
+10.9%

Analysis

Costa Rica matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1995. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw gdp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

The provided headlines specifically discuss the Mexican economy, its growth moderation in 2025, and the impact of global uncertainty and US trade policies. These reports are from the OECD Economic Surveys: Mexico 2026. As such, they do not contain information directly pertaining to Costa Rica's GDP of $102.6B.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Costa Rica's gdp?▾

Costa Rica's gdp was $102.6B in 2025. Ranked 72nd globally. This represents a 7.6% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest gdp in Costa Rica?▾

Costa Rica's gdp peaked at $102.6B in 2025.

What was the lowest gdp in Costa Rica?▾

The lowest gdp in Costa Rica was $479.2M in 1962.

How does Costa Rica rank in gdp?▾

Costa Rica ranks 72nd globally in gdp as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for gdp?▾

The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.MKTP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected gdp of Costa Rica in 2025?▾

Costa Rica's gdp is projected to reach $102.6B by 2025 based on IMF projection.

What is Costa Rica's gdp in billion?▾

Costa Rica's gdp was approximately 102.64 billion ($102.6B) in 2025.

What is the gdp of Costa Rica in 2025?▾

The gdp of Costa Rica in 2025 was $102.6B. This ranks 72nd in the world.

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